Ultra-Orthodox Brooklyn Man Sentenced For Intimidating Sex Abuse Victim
Abraham Rubin apologized and said he'd made a terrible mistake as he was sentenced Friday in Brooklyn. He was sentenced to four months in jail.
Nechemya Weberman
Brooklyn Orthodox Counselor Nechemya Weberman Gets 103 Years In Sex Abuse Case
Weberman said "no thank you'' when asked if he wished to speak. He and his wife had no visible reaction to the sentence.
Man Accused of Throwing Bleach At Brooklyn Rabbi Who Aids Abuse Victims
Rabbi Nuchem Rosenberg said he was walking along a street in the Williamsburg section of Brooklyn on Tuesday afternoon when a man threw the liquid at him.
Brooklyn Ultra-Orthodox Leader Found Guilty On Child Sex Abuse Charges
Brooklyn ultra-Orthodox Jewish leader Nechemya Weberman became a convicted pedophile Monday, when a jury found him guilty on 60 counts of child sex abuse.
Prosecutors, Defense Make Closing Arguments In Brooklyn Ultra Orthodox Leader's Sex Abuse Case
Nechemya Weberman, 54, smiled as he left the courthouse with his wife on Thursday, seeming upbeat. But it could be his last night as a free man.
Nechemya Weberman Takes Stand In Sex Abuse Trial, Denies Inappropriate Relations With Teen
On the day his accuser turned 18 years old, the counselor walked into court and told the jury he never sexually abused anyone inside his Brooklyn home office.
Brooklyn Orthodox Leader's Sex Abuse Trial Resumes; Accuser's Mother Takes Stand
The mother of the now-17-year-old accuser testified that she trusted counselor Nechemya Weberman. But the woman testified that she had no idea that her daughter was locked in a room alone with a man, which is a clear violation of Satmar law.
Trial Set To Continue For Brooklyn Orthodox Leader Accused Of Sex Abuse
The trial was set to continue Monday for a prominent Brooklyn Orthodox Jewish leader accused of sexually abusing a now-17-year-old girl.
Brooklyn Orthodox Leader's Defense Attorney Seeks To Discredit Sex Abuse Victim's Claims
Defense lawyer Michael Farkus suggested that the now-17-year-old accuser who said the counselor sexually abused her for three years made it all up.
Sex Abuse Trial Of Brooklyn Orthodox Leader Continues
In defense of Nechemya Weberman, his attorney Michael Farkas suggested that the now-17-year-old victim brought charges of sexual abuse against the counselor out of a desire for revenge because she believes he told her father that she had a relationship with a boyfriend, something forbidden in the ultra Orthodox Satmar community.
Teen Accusing Orthodox Jewish Leader Of Sex Abuse Testifies 'I Wanted To Die'
In a quiet, controlled voice, the now-married 17-year-old said she endured three years abuse at the hands of 54-year-old Nechemya Weberman.
Trial Postponed For Brooklyn Therapist Accused Of Sexually Abusing Teenage Girl
Nechemya Weberman has pleaded not guilty to committing a criminal sex act, rape, endangering the welfare of a child and sexual abuse.
NYC Rabbi Accused Of Molesting Child
Nechemya Weberman pleaded innocent at his arraignment to charges of criminal sex act, rape, endangering the welfare of a child and sexual abuse.
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Live updates: Fleet Week returns to NYC
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A closer look at the history of the USS Intrepid
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Fleet Week celebrations date back more than a decade in NYC
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Guide to Fleet Week 2022 in New York City
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N.Y. State Police to start daily school check-ins follow Texas shooting
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A closer look at the history of the USS Intrepid
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Live updates: Fleet Week returns to NYC
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Fleet Week celebrations date back more than a decade in NYC
Although it didn't officially begin until the 1980s, its roots go back much further.
New York's new Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado to be sworn in today
He replaces former Lt. Gov. Brian Benjamin, who resigned last month after being indicted on federal bribery and fraud charges.
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Connecticut families can apply for child tax rebate as of June 1
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Some Skittles, Starburst and Life Savers gummies recalled
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President Biden urges local leaders to invest in public safety
The pandemic relief fund passed by Democrats provides $350 billion directly to cities, counties and states.
Baby formula shortage hitting Tri-State Area families hard
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Experts predict active hurricane season ahead
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Apparent police-involved shooting in Jersey City
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Nonprofit specializing in tech sector work expands from NYC to Newark
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Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band announce first tour in 6 years
Bruce Springsteen has announced that he and the E Street Band will start an international tour next year.
N.J. youth softball team raising money to compete in Puerto Rico tournament
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More than a dozen arrested at out-of-control party in Long Branch
A wild scene on the Jersey Shore led to more than a dozen arrests and officials imposing a curfew.
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Car thefts are surging nationwide and now some thieves have figured out a hack to access key fobs.
2 deadly hit-and-runs overnight in Suffolk County
Both happened between 10 and 11 p.m. Monday in West Islip and Hauppauge.
Suspect in fatal New Hyde Park drunken driving crash previously accused of speeding
Three women out celebrating at a sweet 16 party were killed when police say a suspected drunk driver broadsided their car.
3 killed in New Hyde Park crash, driver charged with DWI
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Stifling forecast, but ocean still too cold to swim safely
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New York's new Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado to be sworn in today
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TLC considering raising pay of for-hire vehicle drivers
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Ex-Sandy Hook congressman begs for gun laws after Texas school shooting
"I am here on this floor to beg — to literally get down on my hands and knees and beg my colleagues," he said. "Find a path forward here."
N.Y. opens window for adult sex abuse survivors to file lawsuits
Gov. Hochul signed a bill Tuesday that allows adult victims of sex abuse to file a claim, even if it's decades old.
Potentially crowded field in New York's new 10th Congressional District
Candidates, including former Mayor Bill de Blasio, are throwing their hats in the ring after redistricting created an open seat.
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New "CONNECT" mental health program coming to New York City
The treatment model is part of the city's plan to address the growing crisis and expand resources to all New Yorkers.
New "CONNECT" mental health program coming to New York City
CBS2's Astrid Martinez reports the treatment model is part of the city's plan to address the growing crisis and expand resources to all New Yorkers.
Pfizer shares promising news on COVID vaccine for babies
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Pfizer says 3 of its COVID shots give kids under 5 strong protection
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NYC Health Dept.: 1 "presumptive positive" case of monkeypox
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Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band announce first tour in 6 years
Bruce Springsteen has announced that he and the E Street Band will start an international tour next year.
Meet the Nominees: Camille A. Brown
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Meet the Nominees: Jesse Williams
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Meet the Nominees: Rob McClure
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Meet the Nominees: Sutton Foster
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N.J. youth softball team raising money to compete in Puerto Rico tournament
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'The melting pot starts' at Kalustyan's in Midtown
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At Dumbo's record shop Legacy, the collection is personal
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Chopper 2 over USS Bataan as Fleet Week returns to New York City
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Intrepid excited to welcome back Fleet Week
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